With more than six months remaining during 2012, the digital photography marketplace has been already flooded with many new cameras for photographers of all skill levels (who is buying all these cameras?). Arguably, the winner through the end of April is the Nikon D800 full-frame DSLR…and, at the time of this Nikon D800 PhotographyTalk article, you could only pre-order it, and, even then, it was only available in limited quantities. This camera hasn’t actually left the starting gate, or crossed the finish line, and it appears to be the best bet for 2012.
Considering the D800 is the replacement for the D700, a camera that was released during 2008, which is an eternity between camera upgrades, it’s understandable there is much hoopla about the D800’s release and its capabilities. A clearer, more objective evaluation of the significance of the D800 is possible when it is compared to its cousin, the new Nikon D4, and its presumptive competitor, the new Canon EOS-5D Mark III.
1. It may not yet be apparent to everyone in the world of digital photography, but Nikon consciously released its two new pro-quality, full-frame DSLRs (D800 and D4) at relatively the same time to appeal to most of the semi-pro and pro market. It has given professionals a choice, based on the type of photography they shoot, and from a marketing perspective this is always a good strategy.
2. Nikon built the D4 with a larger, heavier and tougher body that is more capable of withstanding weather and the rugged use of professional sports, photojournalism and nature/wildlife photographers. Although not an absolute distinction, think of the D4 as an outdoors camera and the D800 as an indoor camera.
3. The D4 has a sensor with a much lower resolution (16.2-MP compared to the D800’s rather staggering 36-MP), but a whopping maximum ISO sensitivity of 204,800 and a standard continuous shooting rate of 10fps. The D800’s highest ISO sensitivity is only 25,600, and continuous shooting is a meager 4 fps when compared to the speed demon rate of the D4.
Of course, these differences make perfect sense. Sports or wildlife photographers don’t require extreme resolution from a camera’s sensor, but they do need as much ISO flexibility as possible and a maximum burst of frames during the shortest period of time.
The D800’s specifications skewer it towards the portrait, fashion, interior architecture and product photography pros who require this camera’s enormous resolution, but in a lighter, more compact body than the D4. Much of their work becomes prints and the D800’s 7360x4912 pixels delivers as much as a 24.5 x 16.4” print at 300 dpi. ISO sensitivity and burst rate are not as critical for these types of photographers, since they are often utilizing lighting systems and their subjects are not moving at the speed of a race car or a running moose.
Based on Nikon’s excellent job of targeting its new full-frame DSLRs to two different markets, it shouldn’t be any surprise that the D4 costs twice as much as the D800 ($5,999.95 vs. $2,999.95). The D4 is truly a pros-only camera and they should expect their investment in a more rugged body to give them many years of service. The D800 has a bit larger market, as it will also appeal to serious amateurs and semi-pros, which is why Nikon set its price point in reach of that segment of buyers.
4. When it comes to an objective comparison of the Nikon D800 to the Canon EOS-5D Mark III, the picture isn’t quite as clear. The D800’s 36-MP resolution versus the 5D Mark III’s 22.3-MP sensor would seem to signal: contest over! The competition isn’t quite so straightforward, however. The lower resolution of the Mark III could be an asset, as one would expect it to translate into lower noise at higher ISO levels, plus deliver a wider dynamic range.
5. As the analysis goes deeper, the differences between the Nikon D800 and Canon EOS-5D Mark III seem to reach a standoff. The D800 may have more advanced metering, but the Mark III boasts a more advanced AF system. The D800 has a choice of crop modes, while the Canon model provides considerably higher, maximum ISO sensitivity, 102,400 compared to 25,600.
6. The EOS-5D Mark III is certainly targeting the same general sector of serious amateurs, semi-pros and pros as the D800. Until both cameras are more widely distributed and examined by the experts and reviewers, there is apt to be much fewer differences in the minds of this segment of the market.
Those photographers who want the D800’s extreme high-resolution sensor are more likely to view it as an alternative to spending the extra money for a medium-format camera.
7. For other photographers, price will be a major factor. This comparative favors Nikon, since the D800 is $500 less than the 5D Mark III. Many Canon loyalists are prepared to pay the price, however, to have access to Canon’s lens system, which is typically judged as first among all its rivals.
8. At least, during the short term, Nikon and its D800 is standing in the spotlight; but the wise camera consumer will be patient until both the D800 and EOS-5D Mark III start to be tested in the marketplace and real shooting environments. You can’t be declared a winner until you’ve faced many challenges, and have proven you’re capable of overcoming them.
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1. Who Actually Knows?
The Internet creates a rumor mill of galactic proportions that can include speculations about the members of a teenage girl clique at the average high school or issues of global significance that could affect everyone. Somewhere in the middle of these extremes are the current rumors about the new Nikon DSLR camera that is “rumored” to be named the D800, thus replacing the D700.
Read real customer reviews of the Nikon D800 here.
The point is no one actually knows because as of the date of this article (10/6/11) Nikon has made no official announcement; however, enough is known that it is a virtually certainty that this new high-end DSLR is coming.
The latest rumors from various sources (reliability unknown) are presented below, dated from September 21 through October 5, 2011.
9/21/11
2. Nikon will likely make an announcement during October, probably the week of October 17th. It is likely much of the delay is attributable to the Japanese earthquake, which reportedly affected a Nikon plant. Nikon may also have a release-date strategy that takes into account the impending introduction of the new Canon 5D Mark III, which will be the D800’s primary competition.
9/23/11
3. In a recent interview, Swedish Nikon executive Lasse Pettersson stated, in a response to a question, that there would be no announcement during October.
9/29/11
4. The sensor will have 3,620 megapixels.
5. The camera body will fire 4 frames per second in continuous shooting mode. An optional battery pack will increase the rate to approximately 6 frames per second.
6. Full HD video in 1920 x 1080 at 30p.
7. Built-in headphone jacks, with input from an external device, such as a PCM sound recorder. It will correspond to USB 3.0. A new small wireless transmitter will be available.
8. 86K pixel split control, AF, exposure, white balance, etc. compatible.
9. Face Recognition AF features.
10. Larger LCD monitor and automatic brightness adjustment.
11. Two media CF and SD card slots.
12. Shutter durability of 200,000 cycles.
13. A market price of approximately $3,900.
14. The announcement to occur on October 26; the product released on November 24.
10/3/11
15. A reliable source is willing to confirm a 99% probability that the camera will be named Nikon D800 and have a 36-megapixel sensor.
16. As a reference, the D800 will be very much like a mini-D3x. It will not have the same high ISO sensitivity as the D3s.
10/4/11
17. ISO range: 100–6,400, ISO LO at 50 and ISO HI-2 at 25,600.
18. There is likely to be a different D800 version with the anti-aliasing filter removed.
19. The D800 may have been already released in a number of countries.
10/5/11
20. The D800 will improve on the D700’s 95% frame coverage by offering 100% coverage.
21. The same 51 points AF system as in the D700 and D3s.
22. The dual memory card slots were confirmed, but not SD, CF or both, as of yet.
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In this review, we will compare the Nikon D750 and Nikon D810, two full-frame cameras released by Nikon in 2014.
In the year they were launched, these two models were among the best semi-pro full-frame cameras on the market. However, five years have passed and technology has advanced so it is reasonable to have doubts if they are still worth buying in 2019. Nikon D810 vs Nikon D750 is always a topic of debate by Nikon fans.
Let’s answer this question immediately. The Nikon D750 and Nikon D810 still have a lot of things to offer and you will not get disappointed if you decide to buy one of these two models.
Now, let’s see what is so great about these cameras.
Nikon D750 vs Nikon D810 Image Quality
Nikon D750
The D810 was one of the most successful cameras released by Nikon. The primary reason for this is outstanding image quality you get for the invested money.
What makes the Nikon D810 so great in the first place is its 36MP - full-frame CMOS sensor without an anti-aliasing filter. The images you make on this camera will be rich in details even if you perform cropping or decide to make large prints.
Nikon D810
On the other hand, the Nikon D750 has a 24.3 MP sensor. Although this is 12 million pixels less in comparison to the Nikon D850, it will be perfectly enough for most of the photographers. However, the D750 uses anti-alias (Low-Pass) filter to reduce moire in images, which comes at a cost since it can make your photos lose few details.
Overall, there is no significant difference in image quality between these two cameras. Although there is a bigger resolution in the D810, in most cases you don’t need more than 24 megapixels that can be found in the D710.
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Nikon D750 vs Nikon D810 Low Light Evaluation
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Another thing that makes the Nikon D750 and Nikon D810 still relevant for those who are looking for a full-frame DSLR model is their impressive low-light capability.
With a native ISO range of 64-12,800 (expandable to ISO 32 - 51,200), the Nikon D810 allows better flexibility than the Nikon D750 which has a native ISO sensitivity of 100-12,800 (expandable to ISO 50 - 51,200).
At the high-end of ISO, both models produce good results and this makes them particularly effective if you enjoy photographing at night. However, although the Nikon D750 has lower price it seems that it performs a bit better than the Nikon D810 when there is not much light around.
The Nikon D750 produces less noise on images when they are shot at high ISO levels. This is, among other things, because of the lower resolution of this camera and bigger individual pixels that can gather more light.
This does not mean the Nikon D810 performs badly in low-light, and in the end, the difference is not that significant. Given its price, it comes as a surprise that the Nikon D750 produces better results in low-light than its more expensive sibling.
In the video above, Heather Lahtinen compares ISO performance of the Nikon D750 and Nikon D850.
Nikon D750 Specs vs Nikon D810 Specs
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Now, let’s compare other important features of these two models.
There are no substantial differences in terms of autofocus capabilities. Both cameras feature a Multi-CAM 3500 AF module with 51 AF points (15 cross-type points). The Nikon D750 can autofocus down to -3 EV, while the Nikon D810 goes down to EV -2.
When it comes to burst shooting, the Nikon D750 seems to be a better performer. This camera offers 6 shutter flaps per second, while the Nikon D810 has continuous shooting speed of 5 frames per second.
However, what is good about the Nikon D810 is that it has a faster shutter, bigger RAW buffer, and finally it is much less noisy than the Nikon D750.
Additionally, both cameras can record videos up to 1080p at 60fps.
Get more information about Nikon D750 or Nikon D810 in the video above by ArtoftheImage.
Learn more:Nikon D750 Body vs Nikon D810 Body
When it comes to design, both cameras are pretty comfortable and easy to use. The Nikon D810 has a slightly stronger body although both cameras are weather-sealed and built to have a long life.
The Nikon D750 is smaller and lighter than the Nikon D810. The camera measures 5.55 x 4.45 x 3.07 inches and weighs 1.7 pounds, in comparison to the Nikon D810 which has dimensions of 5.75 × 4.84 × 3.21 inches and weight of almost two pounds.
Both cameras have displays of the same size (3.2”) and resolution (1.229k dots) and none of them provides touchscreen technology. However, there are certain differences in LCD screens.
Nikon D750
If you are looking for a camera that has an articulating screen, you might get disappointed to hear that the Nikon D810 has a fixed LCD . The Nikon D750 allows better flexibility in shooting images from different angles since it is equipped with a tilting LCD monitor.
Nikon D810
One more thing where the Nikon D750 wins over its sibling is in terms of connectivity. This camera has a built-in Wi-Fi connection while you would need to buy an optional Wi-Fi dongle if you want to connect the Nikon D810 to smart devices.
Nikon D750 Price vs Nikon D810 Price
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Overall, the Nikon D810 and Nikon D750 share a lot of common features, and both cameras produce great results in different environments.
Since they were released almost five years ago, at the moment you don’t need to spend a fortune to get one of these models for yourself.
If you don’t mind using an old camera, you can find the Nikon D810 for a price as low as $939.00.
If you opt for the Nikon D750, you can spare even more money since you can find a used model on websites such as MPB, for only $879.00.
See why MPB is a top-rated used camera store in my MPB review.
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I'm a Nikon guy and have been for years and years.
I started out with a D750, then had a D800, then a D810, and now my primary camera is the Nikon D850.
They've all been great cameras, each one better than the last. In fact, the D850 is hands-down my favorite camera I've ever owned. Its the best Nikon camera.
But despite being a big Nikon fan, I had no idea the lengths the company goes to test its cameras for durability.
You'll see what I mean in the video above from Nikon Asia in which they put a D850 through some straight up crazy tests to make sure that it's as reliable a camera as you can find.
In addition to dropping it, vibrating it, and hitting it with things, the folks at Nikon also put the D850 through its paces in incredible temperatures and humidity.
YouTube Screenshot/Nikon Asia
In fact, these Nikon D850 tests put the camera through a range of temperatures from 32 to 104 degree Fahrenheit, though the camera is technically designed to handle an even wider spectrum of temperatures.
The Nikon testers also place the camera in a high-humidity chamber to ensure its delicate components will continue working even when the humidity soars to 100 percent.
Since the D850 is a high-end camera (and one of the best Nikon cameras ever made, in my opinion), the body is weather sealed against things like dust and rain, so, of course, Nikon has tests for that stuff as well.
In the screenshot below, you can see that Nikon isn't fooling around when it comes to creating a dusty environment - that camera is completely covered!
YouTube Screenshot/Nikon Asia
Though I haven't had an occasion to be out shooting in the middle of a sandstorm, rain, snow, or other elements, I do go to the beach to shoot on a regular basis.
I can attest to the weather-sealing of the D850 because I've never had an issue with humidity causing a problem or sand from the beach finding its way into my camera.
But for those of you that are more adventurous or tougher on your gear than I am, at least now you know just how far Nikon takes its testing of its cameras before they come to market!
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These venerable cameras have a lot of excellent features that have made them so popular over the last few years, not the least of which is the groundbreaking (at the time) 36.3-megapixel sensor.
But it’s time for a replacement, and the rumor mill is in full swing regarding what Nikon has coming.
Something with a 72-megapixel sensor, as alluded to in the title, sure would be nice, though it’s not a guarantee.
While there isn’t much consensus about the name of the forthcoming camera - it might be the D820, the D850, the D900, or something else - what we do know based on past models (and competition from Sony and Canon) is that this new camera will likely have some pretty outstanding features.
For example, Sony has been using their 42.4-megapixel sensor for years, and Canon outdid that recently with its 50.6-megapixel sensor in the 5DS and 5DSR.
Canon is also rumored to have a 70-megapixel sensor coming in the future, so it stands to reason that Nikon would want to outdo everyone else and go big in the sensor department, thus the rumored 72-megapixel sensor for the D810 replacement.
We’ll discuss the sensor issue in more detail a little later.
For now, let’s explore a few other questions related to this hot topic in more detail. Tom Greenwood of Sydney Portraits outlines
When will it be released?
Though Nikon hasn’t offered up an official release date, we can get a decent idea of when it might be released according to past patterns.
For example, the Nikon D800 was released in February 2012. The D810 (shown above) came about 2 ½ years later in June 2014.
Other Nikon models have followed a similar two-year release pattern - the D7100 came out in February 2013 and its replacement, the D7200 was released in March 2015.
Based on that pattern, we can assume that the D810 replacement will be hitting shelves very soon being that the clock is already past the average 2-2 ½ year release cycle.
What’s more, it’s been reported that some camera stores have stopped stocking new D810s, which it’s believed is due to the imminent release of its replacement. However, at the time of writing, no official announcement from Nikon has been made.
What are the specs?
Nailing down the specs on a hotly anticipated camera can be incredibly difficult to do.
Unfortunately, that task seems to be even more difficult with the D820/D850/D900 because there is an even greater level of fake information out there purely designed to get people to click on the link.
However, we can assume a few things based on past Nikon cameras.
Look at the D810 as a Baseline
With that in mind, we can use the specs of the Nikon D810 in combination with some more reliable rumors about its replacement to forge an idea of what we might expect.
Here’s the specs of the D810:
Given that as a base, we can reasonably assume that the D810 replacement will have improved features in most, if not all of the above categories.
D820/D850/D900 Sensor Size
As noted above, the battle for the biggest sensor has been heating up in recent years.
One rumor that seems persistent is that the D820/D850/D900 will have a sensor with an incredible 70-80-megapixels.
This seems like a legitimate number for two reasons: First, the D800 made an enormous leap from previous models in the megapixel department, so it stands to reason that the D810 replacement will do the same.
Second, with Canon unveiling the 5DS and 5DSR which both have a 50.6-megapixel sensor and Sony unveiling the A7R II with a 42.4-megapixel sensor, it’s reasonable to assume that Nikon wants to take the megapixel war to the next level.
D820/D850/D900 Image Processor
The D800 uses the EXPEED 3 processor while the D810 uses the EXPEED 4. With the release of the EXPEED 5 processor in late 2016, it’s likely that the D820/D850/D900 will make use of that processor, along with their other high-end cameras like the D5 and D500.
D820/D850/D900 ISO Range
Though there aren’t any confirmed reports regarding the new camera’s ISO range, again, we can get some clues from past improvements from the D800 to the D810.
The D800 had a native ISO sensitivity of 100-6400 while the D810 ranged from ISO 64-12800. Assuming a similar pattern, we can surmise that the D810 replacement might have an ISO range in the neighborhood of 32-25600
D820/D850/D900 Video Capabilities
Again, there are no confirmed specifications regarding video on the D810 replacement, but given where video is headed, it would be shocking if the new camera didn’t have at least 4K shooting capabilities.
I say “at least” because there are some rumors that the camera might have 6K or 8K video. The trend is certainly in that direction, though 4K would be an upgrade given the D810’s 1080p capabilities.
What else do we know?
Unfortunately, there are precious few other details about the D820/D850/D900 available at this time. Heck, there’s not even consensus about what the camera will even be called!
However, it has been reported that production of the D810 has ended, which seems to be the strongest signal yet that its successor is on the way to store shelves shortly.
It’s just a waiting game now, which is something die-hard Nikon fans are growing weary of. As noted above, the roughly two-year release cycle is already past, and one thing that gear heads can’t stand is waiting longer than expected for what is likely going to be one incredible camera.
In the meantime, check out the video above in which Matt Granger discusses the D810 and goes over his wishlist of features for the D810’s replacement.
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Nikon dropped some fresh rebates last night on tons of lenses.
Not only that, but they're bundling these lenses with all kinds of goodies, including tripods, filter kits, and cleaning kits.
I've listed some of the best current Nikon rebates below. To explore all the new Nikon camera rebates, head over to Adorama.
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Nikon has been the go-to for families looking to capture family vacations, graduations and weddings for generations. I remember my father lugging around a Nikon to my college graduation back in the day, and I'm very proud to say I took my Nikon video camera to my son's preschool graduation last year.
Nikon has the name recognition, but Nikon also feels nostalgic. When you're shooting with Nikon, it almost feels like you can be connected to the photographers who came before you, both in and out of your immediate family.
I love Nikon for these reasons, and many more, but what truly convinced me to be a die-hard Nikon fan was the first Nikon video camera I purchased, which just so happened to become known as the best Nikon camera for video in the 2000s: the Nikon D90.
While the Nikon D90's features are almost laughable now, when it dropped in 2008, it was the first Nikon video camera. DSLR users could previously not shoot movies on their cameras.
So, just over a decade later, what has changed in the Nikon video camera world? And what should you be looking for while you're shopping for a Nikon DSLR video camera?
What Features Should My Nikon Video Camera Have?
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When shopping for a Nikon video camera, the primary thing you should be considered about is your budget.
Nikon features such a wide range of Nikon DSLR video cameras and Nikon mirrorless video cameras that you are bound to be able to find one that fits your price range, but you need to know what that price range is before you start searching. Otherwise, you're sure to fall into gear acquisition syndrome and buy a camera with features you don't need and won't use.
It's also important to note that while one Nikon video camera may feature incredible added features, like fast burst shooting or filters, that doesn't necessarily mean you should buy it. In fact, you should probably have a list of added features you are looking for before you even begin shopping.
Finally, you should be looking at video quality. If you aren't an advanced photographer or into technology, though, it can difficult to sift through bitrates and processor information. So while you're shopping for a Nikon video camera, I recommend watching multiple test shoot videos on YouTube.
To make this process a little easier, I've provided video tests for each Nikon video camera I recommended.
A Mirrorless Nikon Video Camera: Nikon Z6 As you can see in Jevaughn Smith's video, the Nikon Z6 is the best Nikon for videography. Period. Nikon used this mirrorless body to do something it could never do before with its DSLR line: create a compact camera that can shoot cinematic quality video in 4K with a full-frame sensor. Get more details in my Nikon Z6 review.
This Nikon video camera can shoot in the following resolution and frame rate options:
Unfortunately, along with the good news comes the bad news: each video clip is limited to 29 minutes and 59 seconds, unless you're shooting in slow motion with your Nikon video camera, then that limit is 3 minutes.
The Nikon Z6 also outshines similar cameras from other manufacturers when it comes to its bitrate of 144Mbps.
Nikon Z6 Specs:
Nikon Z6 Pros:
Nikon Z6 Cons:
Putting the specs of the Nikon Z6 aside, the bright contrasts, incredible low-light shooting, and crazy autofocus of this Nikon will convince you it is the best Nikon camera for video in a matter of minutes.
A Nikon Video Camera for the Budget-Conscious Buyer: Nikon D500
Huge shout out to Andru Milla for doing this quality video test on the Nikon D500. The Nikon D500 is considered the best Nikon DSLR for video by many videographers, despite the fact that it is now aging.
The Nikon D500 was released by Nikon in 2016, making it 2 years older than the Nikon Z6 and therefore just a little bit cheaper.
However, as I explain in my Nikon D500 review, this Nikon video camera features almost all of the same features as the Nikon Z6, making it a great choice for the budget-conscious videographer.
For instance, the Nikon D500 shoots 4K video (and was, in fact, one of the first Nikon cameras to be able to do so), features a good ISO range with usable footage even into the 12,800 range, and a touchscreen LCD.
Nikon D500 Specs:
Nikon D500 Pros:
Nikon D500 Cons:
The Best Nikon Video Camera for Professional Videographers: Nikon D850
I count on DSI to bring me unbiased video tests on a weekly basis, and their Nikon D850 camera test is no different.
But, if it isn't clear in the video, the Nikon D850 is not a Nikon video camera for beginners. In fact, I would argue it isn't even a Nikon video camera for intermediate videographers. You should have extensive experience working with Nikon cameras before diving into this one.
As I explain in my Nikon D850 review, this camera features 4K video with 30fps, the capability to shoot in pretty much any lighting, and 45.7MP of resolution, making all of your photos and videos crystal clear.
Nikon D850 Specs:
Nikon D850 Pros
Nikon D850 Cons
Did we miss your favorite Nikon video camera? If we did, what do you think is the best Nikon camera for video?
This blog post about Nikon Camera for Videography was first published on our website here https://www.photographytalk.com/best-nikon-camera-for-videography from https://photographytalkcom.blogspot.com/2020/06/best-nikon-camera-for-videography.html A few years in the digital photography market can seem like an eternity, considering the quick advancements in technology and how willing the major camera manufacturers are to replace a successful model with an upgrade. That is what the Nikon D90 DSLR camera was to its predecessors, the D80, during 2008, and now the newer D5100 to the D90 during 2011. Despite the advancement to the D5100, Nikon’s D90 is still targeted at all enthusiasts and hobbyists, from “beginner” DSLR users to those with DSLR experience that don’t want to spend the bucks for semi-pro or pro cameras.
Read real customer reviews of the Nikon D90 here.
At the time of its release, Nikon gave the D90 a better CMOS sensor (12.3 megapixels); the 3.0-inch VGA screen and 3D tracking auto-focus (AF) from the D3/D300; Live View, contrast-detect AF; and the world’s first DSLR movie mode (720p HDTV quality) and HDMI output. All these features and capabilities are still quite comparable with cameras at the same price point, making the D90 a good choice, but for a narrower range of buyers than originally. Those just entering the world of DSLR photography may find the Nikon D90 an easier first step than newer models and all their additional bells and whistles.
Nikon didn’t radically change the body design of the D90; except it adopted some styling from the even earlier D70/D70s. Nikon knows how to make above-average plastic bodies and the D90 is firm and substantial. It’s also carefully and closely fitted to a well-manufactured metal framework. Rubber grips are strategically placed for the hand and thumb, giving photographers a reliable grasp of the camera. The D90’s improvements compared to the D80 include:
Movie Mode
The Nikon D90’s video capability was the big news when it was introduced, being the first DSLR with a movie mode. Although its 720p HD (1280 x 720) spec is surpassed by more expensive cameras’ 1080p or 1080i, the D90’s video remains competitive with many cameras in its price range. Again, many beginners moving from a compact to a DSLR will find the D90’s move mode superior to their older point-and-shoot and, of course, provide a better set of features for shooing still pictures.
There are limitations to the D90’s movie mode, however. You must choose the aperture setting prior to going to Live View and auto-focus only works before you start recording, which means you must focus manually when shooting video. You will capture very good video, even in low light, considering the Nikon D90 is actually a stills camera first and a video camera a distant second. The camera only records a mono soundtrack, using an internal microphone, with no external mic connection.
It wouldn’t be fair to conclude that the D90 is filled with “old” technology, although it is amazing how quickly many digital cameras’ features and functions become average. That being said, “average” is often more than what DSLR beginners need initially. The Nikon D90 still gives them plenty of capacity to take all the digital photos and video they’ll ever want, as they develop their DSLR skills; and at approximately $700 (body only) is a value purchase.
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No, the Nikon D810 isn’t the newest camera in this line. In fact it came out in 2014, but for those of you looking for a decently priced camera that comes with almost all of the newest camera technology, this camera can’t be beat. Check Nikon D850 review done by PhotographyTalk.com.
And, as opposed to the Nikon D3500, which I reviewed here, the Nikon D810 is not for beginners. This camera is far too complex for those who are brand new to the photography game, despite the fact that it’s now 5 years old.
But, for those of you looking for a full-frame DSLR on the cheap, the Nikon D810 is a still a great choice.
Nikon D810 Specs
The Nikon D810 is built for photographers that like to play around with antique lenses, since the Nikon F-mount that this camera features has backward compatibility that allows you to shoot with F-mount lenses as far back as the 1960s.
The Nikon D810 is also built for photographers who shoot landscapes, portraits, or photographers who work in the advertising space.
Why? Well, these photography niches require the best color rendering and the most detail out of their photos, and the Nikon D810 certainly delivers.
The Nikon D810 specs include:
So, what’s missing?
Image stabilization is notably absent, but most lenses built for the Nikon D810 come with image stabilization, so that shouldn’t be too much of an issue for you.
The LCD screen is also fixed, which photographers today might find irritating, and it isn’t a touchscreen because, again, this camera is 5 years old.
Learn More:Nikon D810 Body & Design
No matter how much protection gear I have, a weather-sealed body is always a nice touch for my cameras. The Nikon D810 is both water and dust resistant and can function in extreme temperatures.
The Nikon D810 is also a good camera for lefties or those who are ambidextrous because of the button layout as seen above.
The top left of the camera is where you will find the dial where you can set your shooting mode. The buttons there control ISO, white balance and image format.
Like most Nikon shooters will tell you, the design of the D810 is classic Nikon - it’s intuitively designed, well built, and the placement of buttons and dials aids in making quick changes to camera settings.
Nikon D810 Build & Handling
The Nikon D810 is made out of magnesium alloy, so it can handle some roughhousing.
In terms of the ergonomics of this camera, the Nikon D810 features some pertinent changes in comparison with its predecessor, namely the grip is more comfortable since Nikon changed the sizing of the “Pv” and “Fn” buttons that are on the front of the camera.
I used to bump into these buttons all the time with the D800...
The Nikon D810 grip is also more shapely, while the memory card door sticks out further and is now covered in rubber to be able to grip it more easily.
In other words, while major changes to the build and handling were not made from the D800 to the D810, the small changes that were made are much appreciated.
Nikon D810 Video Performance
No, this camera can’t shoot in 4K. But, since Nikon and Canon were in a video war in 2014, this camera does feature a flat video profile, so you can color your footage in post-production more easily.
The Nikon D810 also features double microphones, so it can record in stereo, and can film in an auto ISO mode.
Finally, it shoots in 1080p at up to 60fps.
TheCameraStoreTV called the Nikon D800 line the “most important cameras of the last decade.”
Watch their field test to see why.
Nikon D810 Lenses
As noted earlier, the F-mount on the D810 means it can work with dozens and dozens of F-mount lenses, both modern and from yesteryear.
One of the complaints of newer cameras is that there isn’t a very wide selection of native glass - I’m looking at you Nikon Z7 and Canon EOS R…
And while those camera lines are getting more and more lenses, their lens lineups pale in comparison to the D810.
And, like the D810 itself, you can find used F-mount lenses on the cheap and save yourself a ton of money, so much so, in fact, that you can likely buy two or three lenses (depending on what you need) for the price of a single new lens. What’s not to like about that?!
Nikon D810 Price
But, if you shop used on MPB, you can get a used Nikon D810 in excellent shape for $1,319, which is enough savings to also purchase one of the incredible lenses listed above.
Plus, if you’re really a bargain shopper, MPB lists used Nikon D810s in good shape for just $1,169.
And, I recommend buying your used cameras on MPB because you can trust their grading system because they hand grade every single camera they sell and include detailed photographs of anything they find wrong with the body, the screen, or the shooting quality.
Plus, MPB provides free shipping for you, as opposed to their competitors like eBay, and since there is usually an abundance of products, you can select the best one for your needs and your budget.
It’s simply the best way to expand your collection of gear without breaking the bank!
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